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Berklee College of Music
Boston, Massachusetts (college)
Berklee College of Music
Boston, Massachusetts (college)
Berklee in Boston is the world's foremost contemporary music school, offering programs in jazz, pop, rock, film scoring, music business, music technology, and more, with auditions required and generous global merit scholarships. Students benefit from an unmatched professional network, performance-driven curriculum, and immersion in Boston's dense music ecosystem, alongside resources built for career-focused working musicians.
Quick Facts
Program
Program size: large
Primary genres/styles: classical, country, electronic, folk, jazz, popular, world
Primary instruments/disciplines: bass, clarinet, drums/percussion, flute, guitar, harp, keyboard, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, violin, voice
Primary areas of study: classical performance, composition, jazz studies, media scoring/film scoring, music business/industry, music education, music technology, popular music, songwriting
Admissions
Selectivity: highly selective
Competitiveness: highly competitive
Audition required: required
Average GPA: 3.5
Prescreening required: is not required
Program Overview
Primary Instruments
Students at Berklee can pursue study across a range of instruments, including bass, clarinet, drums/percussion, flute, guitar, harp, keyboard, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, violin, voice. Students study privately with faculty in their primary instrument while participating in ensembles and collaborative performances.
Music Genre/Style Strengths
The program at includes strength in the following musical genres or styles: classical, country, electronic, folk, jazz, popular, world. Students often explore multiple styles while developing strong technical and artistic foundations within their primary genre.
Music Degrees Offered at Berklee
Students at Berklee can pursue degrees focused on: classical performance, composition, jazz studies, media scoring/film scoring, music business/industry, music education, music technology, popular music, songwriting. Degree programs typically combine private instruction, ensemble participation, music theory coursework, and performance opportunities designed to prepare students for careers in music. Check the school's website for more specific information.
How Competitive Is Admission to Berklee?
Admission to music at Berklee is generally considered to be highly selective.
Berklee Acceptance Rate
Admission to Berklee is highly selective. Music schools typically admit only a small percentage of applicants each year, and the effective acceptance rate can vary significantly by instrument, voice type, or program.
Unlike most academic programs, music admission decisions are also based on performance and artistic potential. Applicants compete for a limited number of studio positions, and the number of openings may differ each year.
Prospective students should consider both the school’s overall selectivity and the availability of openings in their specific area of study.
Auditions
Admission to Berklee College of Music requires an audition demonstrating musical ability, technical proficiency, and artistic potential.
Many music schools also require a prescreen recording before applicants are invited to a live audition. Audition requirements typically include:
- Two contrasting pieces demonstrating musical range
- Technical work such as scales or etudes
- Sight-reading or improvisation, depending on the program
- For composition or production programs, a portfolio of original work
Because repertoire requirements vary by instrument and program, applicants should review the official audition guidelines before preparing their repertoire.
Timeline
Application deadline: Nov 1 (EA) | Jan 15 (regular)
Prescreen recordings due: Nov 1 (EA) | Jan 15 (regular)
Live Auditions: Oct–Apr
Applicants should confirm specific deadlines with the official admissions office, as schedules may vary.
Location and Music Scene
Berklee commands the Back Bay of Boston, a city dense with conservatories, jazz clubs, and concert halls, where students compete and collaborate in one of the most musically intense environments anywhere.
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